Impressive, i'll be looking forward to this one, since Alvin stopped the SMBZ series now, i think that this is a great idea to pick up to a similar style. I felt it lacked a little intensity but it is only an intro, i'll just have to wait and see the results of the first episode. I also noticed you used some of his sprite choices to. I actually hope he see's this and is inspired to start finishing the rest of the series.
Anywho, great work, ill be looking for you on the front page ;)